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Remember to remind each other... - Abu Dujanah - 11-19-2003
as-Salaamu 3alaykum,
I was sitting down with two Ikhwaan (I mean brothers), and we were talking about living in the West. So one of us mentioned that many Muslims who live in the west, start getting affected by the anti-religious atmosphere here, to the point that certain things become difficult to say or do infront of others or to others.
I'll give you some examples.
It is recommended, that if someone loves a brother for Allaah's Sake, that he informs him, as the Prophet taught, Sallallaahu 3alayhi wa 3alaa Aalihee wa Sallam. Think for a second, especially the brothers (cause this seems easier for the sisters), how easy is it for you to say that to another brother? Many of us think we might be accused of being effeminite or not straight. But the reality of it is that the Western culture has affected our hearts and thoughts whether we like it or not.
Another example, it is recommended to cry out of fearing Allaah, and if you are not able to then at least attempt to cry. This is taught to us in the Sunnah. How easy is it for those who grew up in the West to cry? I was listening to this tape by Shaykh Abdullaah as-Sa3d, who is very old, he was talking about the situation in Iraaq. He mentioned that 'our sisters in Iraaq are being searched by the Kaafir men and touched by them'. He started crying on the tape for a minute. This is infront of others! And even greater than that is Aboo Bakr, who would cry during his Salaah while leading others. This was not to show off, of course, but for them their Ikhlaas was so great that they did not recognize the presence of others nor their absence during their worship. Many avoid crying thinking it looks weak or not manly, or care that others will doubt their Ikhlaas. Are we better or Aboo Bakr? Yes crying in secret is a praiseworthy act, and gains the shade of Allaah when the sun is very close. But why the hard hearts of today?
Another example, the Sahaabah were constantly remembering and reminding each other of Allaah and the Last Day. They would focus on reminding each other of Allaah and His Ma'eeyah (Being with us in a manner that befits His Majesty, without being inside and mixed or part of the creation, since He is Above the creation, separate, distinct and independent of it.) And they would remind each other of the closeness of death, the Hour, what possibly awaits them for their good deeds, and what possibly awaits them if they were to commit sins. These two beliefs, Allaah and the Last Day, are so significant, that they are mentioned many times over and over in the Qur'aan and Sunnah alongside each other. These two beliefs were also the major focus for the Companions when in Makkah, since by them it is possible to increase one's patience and perseverance, and increase one's dedication and concentration.
Some people quote the Hadeeth regarding the Sahaabee who came to Aboo Bakr feeling that he had hypocrisy, because when he leaves the Prophet's gathering there isn't as much rememberance of Allaah (or with this meaning), thinking that there were moments for the Sahaabah where they had Ghaflah (forgetfullness or lack of attention to Allaah). The scholars say the Hadeeth indicates a decrease in the degree and amount, not an absence and disappearance. Because in the books of narrations and history, you see them talking to each other and their families, constantly reminding each other of Allaah and the Last Day. Saying to each other, sometimes, let us sit and remind each other of Eemaan. Parting each other with Soorat al-Asr. Constantly mentioning Allaah in their reminders, advices and admonishments.
We living in the West, sometimes live a very dead life. If some of us gain the courage to advise someone in person, they might say to them, such and such is Haraam, or lets to this good deed. But never is the spirit of the deed and purpose given much emphasis. Why don't we say, 'Akhi, Allaah is Watching you. He sees you and I now, and knows what we are doing. Why don't you abondon this sin to gain Allaah's Closeness and Gardens?'.
How many gatherings do we have with our friends and hours pass without Allaah being mentioned except for very very extremely briefly? How many would feel awkward to say to the others in the gathering 'Akhi, lets remember Allaah for a moment, and remember that we could die any moment'.
We live in dead societies, Wallaahi. I heard a tape by Shaykh Abdullaah Azzaam titled Waseeyat ash-Shaheed, where he said that this Akh, named Abdul-Wahhaab al-Ghaamidee (who attained Shahaadah) was asked by his mother 'my son, go ask the scholars, hear what they have to say.' He said to her, Rahimahullaah, 'I have already got a Fatwaa, and am convinced, and I can no longer tolerate these dead societies.'
I was mentioning this to another brother. He said to me, 'Akhi, you know what the strange thing is? That brother is from Saudi Arabia and saying that. So what about us living in the West. Our socities are even more so dead.'
My point, we live in dead societies. We don't want our gatherings and families to be dead too. The best way to keep them alive is with Dhikr and reminding each other with Allaah. Allaah, Jalla Fee 'Ulaa, Says, {For indeed it is by the rememberance of Allaah that the hearts find comfort}, and He Says{Remind them, for indeed reminders benefit the believers.} (~translation of meanings)
I wish that we would regularly remind each other of Allaah and the Last Day in our gatherings. I'm sure our college professors, classmaters, employers and co-workers aren't doing that for us.
We have to all learn that the practice of our brothers is our concern too. We don't have the Western beliefs of 'mind your own business' (I am not referring, of course, to things done in secret. Spying against Muslims is Haraam, Allaah Says {And do not spy} (~translation))
So, lets think for a second, how can we liven up our air with Dhikr and Nasaai'h?
Don't forget that there is a Saheeh Hadeeth that any gathering in which no mention of Allaah is made nor Salaah upon the Prophet, will be regretted by those who were in it on the Day of Judgement.
Remember to remind each other... - Muslimah - 11-22-2003
As Salam Alykom Akhi
Mash a Allah I feel every word included in this post, one more point, is that we must not expect an easy task while reminding others. Not always the other party accepts the reminder peacefully, However, we must not be discouraged or feel tired. We just have always to ponder on the experience of the Prophets who endured every kind of pain during the course of dawa`a.
Remember to remind each other... - Dan - 11-22-2003
Bismillah
As salam alaikum
May we all reach the level of piety to where we realize that every breath without the thikr of Allah moistening our tongues is wasted, every calorie that is burned in a path other that Allah's is wasted energy. We are created solely to worship Him, so let us get to it. And get to it with ihsan!
Love y'all.
As salam alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatu
Remember to remind each other... - Abu Dujanah - 11-22-2003
as-Salaamu 3alaykum,
Can the moderators make this thread a Sticky???
Remember to remind each other... - Aqilah - 11-23-2003
As Salaam Alaikum!
This is something to make U hang on to every word for sure. I was born here in this country. USA. I have lost so much for this place. I can speak my mind and they can't put me out. I hate what they do and what they do to us(muslims). Here and over seas, one of my sisters reminds me it is with Allah. So I try to make sure I stay with the ones who can remind me.
REMINDER BEINFITS THE BELIEVER.
When I see a sister from over seas and she gives me the salaams (I can't tell she is muslim, Until she opens her mouth to speak) ( We are to run to try to give the salaams first) How can we if we don't reconize them?
I see she has come here to dress like the kufa! Iam in Aw! when we here in this country make it our daily way of life to dress the way we are told to dress by the Quran and Sunnah.
Inshallah. U will know us by our dress and most of us cover in veil. Al-Hamdillah.
Myshallah! I saw a sister on broad street waiting to cross the street, and she saw me in full hijab, she pulled out her cover from her bag. and put it on. myshallah if I have done something to let her know it's ok to be muslim here and enjoy it. by all means put it back on, and don't take it off for anyone.
To see the children who parents born in a Islamic country, and has lost control of their children after comming here. it is so sad. As we have schools here and the children can resite Quran beter then some adult mulims as myself.Myshallah. I just want to cry. with joy.
Yes Akhi!
The sisters do tell each other we love then, for the sake of Allah, and may the one who loves me love U more. Inshallah I have said it right.
Also, we should be mindful of our hand shake, how U can feel the love Of one another through something so small. We must hang on to each other and not let go so fast. A strong hand shake is a powerful sister and I want to be in the Jihad with that sister. Inshallah.
I hope my little input will help some one to notice and give more dua and love and encouragement to others Inshallah.
may we all have a good Eid and Our duas of Ramadan will be anwsered. Amim.
Remember to remind each other... - Muslimah - 11-23-2003
as salam alykom akhi
It is stuck, give us more pls jazakum Allah khairan
Remember to remind each other... - Abu Dujanah - 11-23-2003
جزاك الله خيراً
Remember to remind each other... - Aqilah - 11-24-2003
Myshallah Iwant this too.
If we never meet here in this land may we meet in Jennah, Amim.
I love my sisters an brothers for the sake of Allah(SWT). I want to tell u a story of something that happen to me!
One day I was going to the doctors, in Beth Isral hospital. And some sisters saw me and rush me to there sisters bed side. Apond me reaching her I see Allah is callin for her. and it was time to let go. They had her on a small breathing apperatis. i said I would come back the next day>
I went back by Allahs grace and found the mother had them(doctors to put her on a large breathing machine) I had a fit, I ask why was this done. they(the sisters) ask me to speak to the mother and so I did, She is a christain. But she could not let go of her daughter. I told her that God was calling for her soul and she had to let go.
all this time No on never tried to ask the sister what she wanted.
I went to her and ask to nood 2x for Yes and 1x for no. when I got her to to this. even with the tubes in her throat she could speak to me as this way! Myshallah.
I ask her did she want to go to Allah? she responded Yes with the blink of her eyes!, I ask her didd she want these tubes to be disconect and if so she would leave this earth by Allahs grace,and did she understand? she responded Yes!
her sister went to get the doctor! I told her the doctor was here and she would now have to tell him this./ I asked her the same questions and he and her sisters were her witness,. the doctor called the mother I told them I had to leave the hospital but Inshallah Iwould come back soon.
I came back and the mother sign the papers and I call for the muslims in the hospital to come to her bed side and we made dua for her, I told her what was was about to happended and she responded in the same manner and was ready.
I told her to remember in her mind Allah is the Greatest. I wispered it in her ear and as they disconnected one tube at a time we came to her ear and wispered duas to Allah for her, and soon it was over and her soul was gone and my work had been done there.
U know! I had not reliaze all that time that Allah had used me as his tool to get her, till I was walking home and I began to cry that I so ashame of my sins and how merciful Allah has been to me. that He choose me to be a messenger for him. when I tell the story I think of what he gave me to do and I could cry all over again. I love and fear my lord. he is the Rabb.
May U all have a good last day of Ramadan, and this is it, Inshallah 30 days and Al-Hamdillah we will come to gether again here.
If U don't hear from me in a while maybe allah will have taken my soul. We must think of death often.
we must cry more and laugh less. Because when we think about it there is not much to laugh about our people are suffering in the land that should be thirs and they diy every day trying to keep it. Myshallah My heart just hurts for every one of my sister and brothers. But Allah knows what we know not.
I ask forgivness for all my sister and brothers in Islam, Amim.
AS Salaam wa laikum
Quote:<i>Originally posted by Muslimah </i><b>as salam alykom akhi </b>
It is stuck, give us more pls jazakum Allah khairan
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